Acceptability of the Developed Spreadsheet-Based Item Analysis Tool

AUTHOR(S)

APRIL CATHY S. MANOTA

ABSTRACT

— — This study aimed to assess the acceptability of the developed spreadsheet-based item analysis tool for teachers in Calbayog 5 District, Department of Education, Schools Division of Calbayog City, Calbayog City, Samar, for the School Year 2024 – 2025 with the end view of proposing a spreadsheet-based item analysis tool. This study employed a descriptive-correlational research design that was performed on 30 alpha and 140 beta testing respondents, identified through stratified sampling. The survey questionnaires underwent reliability testing. The alpha testing questionnaire was composed of three domains – Functionality & Performance, Usability & Interface, and Security & Stability. The beta testing questionnaire was also composed of three domains – User Experience & Usability, Functionality and Performance, and Overall Satisfaction. Each of these domains was composed of 10 items. Results show that post-alpha testing respondents were extremely satisfied with the tool’s functionality and performance, usability and interface, and security and stability. Post-beta testing results also show exceptionally high ratings across all domains. This implies that the tool can be widely adopted due to its high quality and user satisfaction. Non-parametric tests show that there are significant improvements in the perceived acceptability of the tool observed between pre- and post-testing phases across all domains. The tool effectively utilized Excel’s features, enabling teachers to better understand student test results with reliability and efficiency. The tool’s acceptability transcends demographic differences, indicating its potential for widespread adoption. It is recommended to continue to prioritize user interface improvements to ensure the tool remains intuitive and easy to navigate, and regularly assess the design based on user feedback to enhance usability and accessibility. Keywords — Spreadsheet-based, Item Analysis Tool, Functionality and Performance, Security and Stability, User Experience and Overall Satisfaction